Agilent CFO Resigns

PALO ALTO, Calif. -- Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE:A - news) today announced that Robert Walker, executive vice president and chief financial officer, has decided to leave the company in order to explore a range of career possibilities and personal interests. Adrian Dillon, who had been executive vice president and chief financial and planning officer at Eaton Corporation (NYSE:ETN - news), will join Agilent as executive vice president and CFO. In order to ensure a smooth transition, Walker will continue in his current role until Dillon assumes his new responsibilities in early December. The company said that no business, competitive or financial-reporting issues played any role in Walker's decision. "Bob's extraordinary contributions with investors and employees have been instrumental in the creation and launch of Agilent," said Ned Barnholt, Agilent president and chief executive officer. "He has done a superb job as a key player in launching the company, in building a great finance team, and in establishing relationships with investors. We will miss his passion for Agilent and his unwavering commitment to Agilent's values. I know I speak for everyone when I wish Bob all the best in whatever he chooses to do next."Agilent Technologies Inc.